The word Iris means rainbow. Irises come many colors: blue and purple, white and yellow, pink and orange, brown and red, and even black. Its basal leaves and flower bulbs are perfect in flower gardens. A very large genus of about 300 species, of which many are in cultivation. They are a diverse collection since they vary from dwarf to tall plants. They bloom at almost all seasons of the year including winter and they like conditions from dry soul to standing in water. They have three standard petals that stand upright and thee falls that hang or arch downwards. The majority like well-drained garden soil that is not too rich. They need a sunny position. Typically prefer to plant in late summer or autumn.